HBO Max Announces Streaming Date for Mortal Kombat 2

WHO:

Variety - Director Simon McQuoid returned for "Mortal Kombat 2" after making his directorial debut with the first "Mortal Kombat" movie.

WHAT:

Variety - "Mortal Kombat 2" will be available to stream on HBO Max.

Variety - The film earned $129 million at the worldwide box office.

WHERE:

Variety - The film will be available for streaming on HBO Max.

WHEN:

Variety - "Mortal Kombat 2" will begin streaming on HBO Max on July 24.

Variety - The first "Mortal Kombat" movie was released in 2021.

WHY:

Variety - The sequel follows the character Johnny Cage, continuing the story from the first film.

HOW:

Variety - The film is a sequel to the hit video game adaptation.

(UPDATED July 17, 2026 18:26 UTC)

Director Simon McQuoid is back at the helm for "Mortal Kombat 2," which continues the story of Johnny Cage from the first film. This sequel, a follow-up to the successful video game adaptation that earned $129 million at the worldwide box office, will be available for streaming on HBO Max starting July 24. Fans of the franchise can look forward to diving back into the action when it hits the platform.